Thinking about job flight? Here's your reward.
Gene Coyle
This year sees the fifth anniversary of the Shell Economist writing
prize competition, and we hope very much that you will consider
entering. The theme is 'Import workers or export jobs?'
Points to consider
Should developing nations be allowed to 'poach' skilled professional
labour from countries who have helped pay for this expertise? Or is the
influx of immigrants, whether skilled or unskilled, a positive force,
bringing either expertise or ambition and hard work to the host nation?
The above is, of course, just a starting point. We're looking forward
to essays that touch on some or all of these questions and go further,
while providing a new, fresh perspective and real insight into the
issues involved.
US$65,000 to be won
>From a total prize fund of US$65,000, the winner of the competition
will receive US$20,000, while the prizes for the second and third place
runners up are US$10,000 and US$5,000 respectively.
You can find all the details you need - such as maximum word count and
the closing date - on our Web site www.shelleconomistprize.com.
So, if you decide to rise to the challenge and enter the competition,
good luck. We look forward to receiving your essay.
Best regards,
Shell and The Economist
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